‘Almost unbelievable to comprehend the attention we received’ at Baylor

After we posted this letter last month from a parent pleased with her child’s Orientation experience, we received a similar letter from yet another parent. A few excerpts from her e-mail:

“I read with great interest the letter regarding Orientation from a fellow incoming freshman parent and simply want to echo nearly every word she said. … Words cannot begin to explain how a parent feels when they KNOW that their child will be instructed, mentored and befriended by people like those we meet during orientation. … In today’s world it is almost unbelievable to comprehend the attention we received – it was as if Orientation was designed just for our family on those two days.”

Parents of incoming freshmen who went through Orientation were asked to fill out an anonymous evaluation form, and they shared thoughts like:

“I am so pleased with the sense of community that was impressed upon us at the orientation.  As a parent, it is horrifying to imagine our precious child navigating his life path alone.  Therefore, the overall tone of the Orientation was most helpful in that it conveyed a warm and welcoming sense of community and gave the impression that our child will not be alone in a new place.  We felt the presence of the Lord at Baylor, and are truly grateful for your commitment to openly encourage fellowship and worship.”

“I was especially impressed by the event beginning in prayer and how Christian values really are woven into everything at the school.  After sending my first two sons to public schools, UT and Texas State, I wish we had encouraged them more to look at Baylor.”

“[The most important thing I learned was] the importance and priority Baylor places on being a Christian school and putting Christian identity/values before all else, and how excellent academics follows and does not have to be sacrificed.  Very honestly and thoroughly presented.  Well done.”

Sic ’em, Orientation staff!